Chemical risk assessment on runner bean (Phaseolus Coccineus L.)

Abstract

Runner beans is very few studied in Romania, but the importance of this specie consist of high nutrient value: hydrocarbon - 7.7%, protein - 2.4%, vitamins, minerals and fiber. Currently runner bean crop, like all vegetable species, is undergoing a number of chemical factors like: pesticides, fertilizers and hormons.The aim of this study assessing chemical risk factors on runner bean crop in NE region of Romania. Content level of contaminants vary depending on the variety, but the obtained values not exceeding the maximum limits admitted by regulation, but some contaminants are at maximum levels. This requires especially where conventional monitoring system value pods residues so that consumption would not pose a risk.